Eating a Biscuit in the Front Cafe delves into the sinister depths of human nature and societal corruption, exploring malice, exploitation, and the fall of civilisations. Through vivid imagery and stark realism, it examines the ethical dilemmas of modern society and the pervasive authoritarianism in both capitalist and communist regimes. The narrative reflects on the abuse of powe
Life in the village normally follows a comfortable, predictable routine. Bronte and Kate run a house cleaning and gardening business, Tony and Jeff are busy in the antique shop, and Alice enjoys baking fruit cakes. When a crime spree hits the usually quiet village, a popular couple is targeted, and now it is personal. The group of friends decide to take matters into their own hands and turn detectiv
After obtaining British citizenship, Mamat returned to Syria to visit his grandmother - the only family he had left. Life had made her tough, her temper sharp, shaped by a history of pain and loss. But beneath her harshness, she carried knowledge of a long-buried secret hidden in a remote and treacherous land. Guided by her, Mamat embarks on a journey that unearths a truth powerful enough
The Next Best Thing And Other Stories by Brian Pollard is a series of short stories, narrating the memories of the past, from enchanting tales, compelling, to the small moments that change our lives drastically. Reciting the lives lived and the days spent in memory of loved ones, each tale weaves a realm of its own. From the mundane to the mystical, these stories explore the delicate &
Human life seemed simple when Bob was a Guardian Angel, but selling his wings to become human turned out to be a bad decision. A flood of human emotions now blur his judgement. There is no clear path to follow. His desire to experience true love sputters and dies. He's going crazy. Invisible creatures from inside his brain begin to appear, telling him what to do. Out of money and desperate, Bob takes a job to
This story centres around three women. They are in their early thirties, they are mothers, wives and best friends. They set off on a holiday by themselves, the destination is a small Island in the Mediterranean. Unknown to the women, the island has a historical deadly secret, which has been discovered by a ruthless and corrupt individual who seeks to exploit it. He commands an army of unscrupulous m
Two college friends, who haven’t seen each other in twenty years, embark on a road trip to Las Vegas following in the footsteps of Hunter S. Thompson searching for the “American Dream.” One is a wealthy liberal from New York, the other, an “everyman” from the Red State of Missouri. They learn to listen to each other across partisan divisions but enter into a disorienting, alternative
In Jonathan Reach's Stomacre and Other Stories, follow three unique narratives that profoundly explore universal themes of giving, growing and loyalty. Each story provides a unique perspective on struggles everyone finds themselves dealing with, such as financial roadblocks, navigating school, education and the complexity of growing up while keeping your passion alight for som
The Adventures at Glenmorangie, Ghostie's and Me invites readers on a heartwarming journey into the enchanting world of a unique family. Euan, the youngest member, navigates the joyous chaos of a grand family reunion at the Glenmorangie estate, where love, laughter and unexpected surprises await. Amidst the breathtaking landscape, mysterious encounters and the warmth of shared mome
With the world inhibited by progressive thinkers dabbling in revolutionary ideas, amidst political upheavals at one hand and technological advancements on the other, it is mindsets that prove to be the stumbling blocks at every step, all the way.
New ideas that have the gravitas to usher change and progress are thwarted; women are still second-class citizens, at the mercy of patriarchal
A clever and influential auctioneer from Paris, Maurice had spent all his life taking adventures and experiencing life through thick and thin. From a competent kid who unfortunately got under the influence of robbery to working jobs and making big money, Maurice grew up. He had the time of his life, his cherished, memorable moments, and his memories of grief and loss. After losing his wife, Mau
In A Room on the Moon, Christeena Slothanbergin's business, Baggage Free, takes off internationally, marking a major milestone in her career. However, her personal life is in turmoil, with her marriage to Bevan strained by his indifference and dark moods. Despite the support of her lifelong friends, Eve and Blue, Christeena struggles to reconcile her professional success with her crumbling marriage. As she nav
